Evidence suggests that the 1996 Welfare reform laws increased work by welfare recipients through

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The 1996 welfare reform laws included both work requirements and incentives to encourage welfare recipients to enter the workforce. This included time limits on receiving welfare benefits, mandatory work requirements, and job training programs. Additionally, the laws included financial incentives such as earned income tax credits and childcare subsidies to help make work more financially beneficial than relying solely on welfare. Studies have shown that these provisions have led to increased work and decreased reliance on welfare. Therefore, the correct choice is C) increased use of work requirements and incentives.

Evidence Suggests That the 1996 Welfare Reform Laws Increased Work